Description
If you’re craving pizza but want a healthier option, the Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is the perfect choice. With its creamy cottage cheese base and all the delicious pizza toppings you love, this meal is high in protein, customizable, and a guilt-free alternative to traditional pizza. It’s a great option for anyone living a healthy lifestyle but still craving something comforting and flavorful.
Ingredients
1 ½ Cups Cottage Cheese (Fat Free, Reduced Fat, or Full Fat)
1 ½ Teaspoons Italian Seasoning
¾ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
4 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
¼ Cup Pizza Sauce
½ Cup Mozzarella Cheese (Fat Free, Reduced Fat, or Full Fat)
Pepperoni (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese to the mixture.
Pour ¼ cup of pizza sauce into the bowl and mix well.
Transfer the mixture into an oven-safe bowl or dish.
Top with mozzarella cheese.
Optional: Add pepperoni slices for a more traditional pizza taste.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
You can customize the toppings based on your preferences, such as adding vegetables or lean meats.
For a vegetarian version, skip the pepperoni and add extra veggies like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms.
Feel free to adjust the amount of seasoning to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese, Pizza Bowl, Healthy Pizza, High Protein, Low Carb, Customizable